18/06/2026 15:28 - Politica
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On June 18, 2026, Federal Prosecutor Guillermo Marijuan formally requested that Francisco Adorni, a provincial deputy in Buenos Aires and brother of Argentina's Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni, appear for questioning. The investigation focuses on suspected irregularities in the legislator's sworn wealth declarations during the period from 2023 to 2026.
The prosecutor has charged Francisco Adorni with illicit enrichment and malicious omission in sworn declarations, as defined in Article 268 (3) of Argentina's Penal Code. The case is being heard by Federal Court No. 6, presided over by Judge Daniel Rafecas.
A crucial element in this case is that Francisco Adorni previously worked at the Judicial Council of Buenos Aires Province, specifically in the department responsible for monitoring and processing sworn wealth declarations. This background suggests he possessed detailed knowledge of the procedures and legal obligations governing these financial disclosures, which could make any alleged malicious omission more serious.
The Judicial Council (Consejo de la Magistratura) is the governing body that oversees the judiciary in each Argentine province, responsible for appointing judges and ensuring transparency in the legal system.
According to investigation documents, Francisco Adorni's declared wealth underwent significant changes during 2024:
| Item | Amount (Argentine Pesos) |
|---|---|
| Declared Assets (early 2024) | $43,790,000 |
| Declared Assets (late 2024) | $71,000,000 |
| Debts (early 2024) | $130,000,000 |
| Debts (late 2024) | $60,000,000 |
| Inheritance declared later | $21,000,000 |
Investigators detected more than ten amendments submitted after the initial audit, raising questions about the accuracy of the original declarations.
A key point in the case file is the late inclusion of assets worth approximately $21 million from an inheritance that had not been previously reported. The legislator modified his sworn declaration to include these assets only after the investigation had begun.
Defense attorney Marcelo Peña stated to local media: "Francisco Adorni will appear before the Justice system with the peace of mind of someone who has nothing to hide, and with the conviction that accusations are answered with evidence, not with speculation or political operations."
The case gains significance as Manuel Adorni, Cabinet Chief and brother of the accused, currently faces a censure motion in Argentina's Congress, with 120 signatures of the 129 required, due to alleged irregularities in his own wealth declaration. Reports indicate his patrimony may have increased from $20 million to $944 million.
The Cabinet Chief (Jefe de Gabinete) is Argentina's second-highest government official after the President, responsible for coordinating ministerial actions and government policy implementation.
A declaración indagatoria (preliminary questioning) is a procedural step where the accused is summoned by a judge to provide their version of events. It's an opportunity to exercise the right to defense before the court decides on formal charges. This step does not imply guilt; it's a standard part of Argentina's investigative process.
Sources: El Día, Infobae, Clarín
Alfredo S. Quiroga
